Easy Gingersnaps
Crisp, spicy gingersnaps with warm ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, perfect for holiday treats or teatime indulgence, appealing to cookie lovers of all ages.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine shortening and brown sugar in a mixing bowl and beat until fluffy.
- Add egg and beat well.
- Stir in molasses and mix thoroughly.
- Sift together the flour, salt, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, and ground cloves.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
- Chill the dough for easier handling.
- Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls.
- Roll each ball in granulated sugar.
- Place the balls 2 inches apart on a lightly greased baking sheet.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 12 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
611
kcal
31% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).